St. Mary Catholic School

628 South Lafayette Avenue

Royal Oak, MI 48067

6 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on March 02, 2017

Small community of supportive staff and families.
Submitted by parent on October 07, 2014

St. Mary Catholic Grade School has been a true blessing to our family. We decided to take our children out of another local Catholic School because it was an unhealthy social environment. The principal is outside of the school during drop off and pick up everyday. She knows all of the kids on a first name basis, as do the other teachers. The Pastor of St. Mary Church is heavily involved with the school. He visits the children weekly and hugs my children every Sunday after mass. He is devoted and loving to all of the children. He has special way of engaging with families. St. Mary is very special and it is growing and thriving. It really is a hidden gem, tucked back in Downtown Royal Oak. My children are thriving academically, they are socially confident and they love learning about Jesus. I am so glad we made the change to move to this school. It was one of the best decisions we ever made for our children.
Submitted by parent on January 20, 2013

This school community is a gem inside the vibrant Royal Oak downtown area. The entire staff make this school the dream that it is along with Fr. Steve's wonderful involvement. If you're searching for a place where your child and your family will learn, be part of a small family feel and thrive through faith then you owe it yourself to check us out. Peace be with you and your decision.
Submitted by parent on October 12, 2011

What truly makes this school special are the parents! They make the extra effort through events, fundraisers, and feedback to staff and faculty to help make the school experience extraordinary for their kids. The class sizes are small and intimate, every teacher in the school will know your child's name. The teaching staff is kind and committed. The new principal is hands on with the kids, loving, lots of hugs. Its truly a great school. The only downfall that is improving is technology and communication. The intent is there but the action needs to be faster.
Submitted by parent on May 14, 2010

We have 2 children currently enrolled and our 3rd will start preschool there next year. Amazing administration and teachers. Great new pastor that is so involved. They bring in specialists when needed to help students who are behind. Amazing parent involvement - and amazing kids (so respectful and well behaved in all grades). I can't say enough good things about this school community. Tuition is very reasonable too. It's certainly worth the investment to send your kids here if you can make it work financially.
Submitted by parent on September 05, 2007

A little-known gem. The principal is amazing. This was a fall-back school if our son didn't get into the public magnet school, but we walked out of his office and said, 'No more calls, folks. We have a winner.' Very caring environment. Children are respectful. The teachers customized a curiculum for our child (who is reading ahead of his grade level). Well worth the money.